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LOT 0893
Roman Silver Ring with Carnelian Gemstone with Bird Holding a Branch
LATE 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (9.02 grams, 25.48 mm overall, 19.41 x 16.50 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O 1/2, USA 7 1/4, Europe 15.61, Japan 15)).
Comprising a substantial hoop with wide, angled shoulders, bezel set with an oval orange carnelian intaglio engraved with a stylised bird holding a large branch in its beak; a marriage.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 0893
Roman Silver Ring with Carnelian Gemstone with Bird Holding a Branch
Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
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